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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean accounting professionals work in the U.S. without a lottery or USCIS petition filing. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your CPA credentials or IFRS expertise travel well into roles at U.S. audit firms, corporate finance teams, and public accounting practices.
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The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Financial Accounting & Reporting team at Boston University, and works closely with staff from Advancement, Budget, Business Affairs, Student Accounts, Research Accounting, and other areas. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major duties of this position include:
- Assist in the analysis of gifts and endowments and perform monthly tasks to ensure these transactions are reported timely and in the proper net asset classification.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reporting including the oversight and flux analysis of critical financial areas.
- Prepare monthly analysis of various general ledger accounts and related reconciliations to provide leadership with insights on significant balances and fluctuations.
- Reconcile and monitor gift clearing accounts to ensure matching gift revenue and receipt.
- Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries.
- Prepare external tax reporting for CGAs, CRUTs, and CRATs.
- Collaboratively work with Advancement teams to review gift agreements and estate documentation for accounting implications and to ensure proper set up.
- Special projects as assigned include, but not limited to, performing outreach for unusual transactions, developing process improvements, utilizing new applications for data analysis such as Power BI, or preparing ad-hoc reports and reconciliations that support the department overall.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field 3-5 years of accounting experience.
- Advanced skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas in order to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices with the ability to communicate topics and theories to internal non-accountant partners.
- Experienced in analyzing data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management.
- Proven track record to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with other) effectively and collaboratively in a small, collegial team environment.
- Self-motivated, proactive, intellectually curious.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills:
- CPA or CPA candidate Public accounting or experience within a higher education institution.
- Experience with ERP desirable, SAP.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range: Salary Grade 48 Minimum $61,200, Midpoint $82,700, Maximum $104,100 Note: Salary is based on related experience, expertise, available budget, and internal equity; new hires can expect an initial annual salary which is between the minimum and midpoint of the range above ($75,000 - $85,000). Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
BENEFITS
Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
- Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page.
The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative. We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager - Senior Staff Accountant position'.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
INTRODUCTION
The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Financial Accounting & Reporting team at Boston University, and works closely with staff from Advancement, Budget, Business Affairs, Student Accounts, Research Accounting, and other areas. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major duties of this position include:
- Assist in the analysis of gifts and endowments and perform monthly tasks to ensure these transactions are reported timely and in the proper net asset classification.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reporting including the oversight and flux analysis of critical financial areas.
- Prepare monthly analysis of various general ledger accounts and related reconciliations to provide leadership with insights on significant balances and fluctuations.
- Reconcile and monitor gift clearing accounts to ensure matching gift revenue and receipt.
- Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries.
- Prepare external tax reporting for CGAs, CRUTs, and CRATs.
- Collaboratively work with Advancement teams to review gift agreements and estate documentation for accounting implications and to ensure proper set up.
- Special projects as assigned include, but not limited to, performing outreach for unusual transactions, developing process improvements, utilizing new applications for data analysis such as Power BI, or preparing ad-hoc reports and reconciliations that support the department overall.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field 3-5 years of accounting experience.
- Advanced skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas in order to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices with the ability to communicate topics and theories to internal non-accountant partners.
- Experienced in analyzing data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management.
- Proven track record to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with other) effectively and collaboratively in a small, collegial team environment.
- Self-motivated, proactive, intellectually curious.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills:
- CPA or CPA candidate Public accounting or experience within a higher education institution.
- Experience with ERP desirable, SAP.
COMPENSATION
Pay Range: Salary Grade 48 Minimum $61,200, Midpoint $82,700, Maximum $104,100 Note: Salary is based on related experience, expertise, available budget, and internal equity; new hires can expect an initial annual salary which is between the minimum and midpoint of the range above ($75,000 - $85,000). Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
BENEFITS
Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
- Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page.
The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative. We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager - Senior Staff Accountant position'.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Align your credentials with U.S. licensing standards
Chilean accounting degrees satisfy the H-1B1 visa specialty occupation requirement, but U.S. employers in audit and public accounting often prefer CPA-eligible candidates. Research your state's CPA exam eligibility rules before applying so you can address licensing pathways proactively in interviews.
Target employers with established LCA filing histories
Look for accounting firms and corporate finance departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications before. Employers already familiar with the H-1B1 Chile process move faster and make fewer LCA errors, which shortens the gap between your offer letter and consulate appointment.
Benchmark your offer against DOL prevailing wage data
Before accepting any offer, verify the proposed salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific accounting role and work location using the OFLC Wage Search. An LCA filed below the prevailing wage will be rejected, delaying your entire timeline.
Search H-1B1 Chile sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to find accountant roles at employers with verified LCA filing history. This cuts out firms that list accounting jobs without the infrastructure to sponsor international workers.
Clarify who files the LCA before you sign anything
The H-1B1 Chile process requires your employer to file the LCA with DOL and present it at your consulate appointment. Confirm in writing that your employer, not a third-party staffing agency, holds the LCA, since staffing arrangements complicate consular adjudication for this visa category.
Prepare your IFRS and U.S. GAAP documentation for the consulate
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialty degree. Bring evidence that your position involves applying GAAP, IFRS, or SEC reporting standards, along with your academic transcripts and any professional certifications, to demonstrate the specialty occupation requirement clearly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an accounting role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Accounting qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Roles involving GAAP compliance, SEC filings, tax advisory, or audit work consistently meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard. General bookkeeping positions that don't require a degree typically don't qualify, so your job description needs to reflect the professional-level requirements.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for accountants?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and doesn't require a USCIS petition. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted, so timing your application around a lottery date isn't a concern.
How do I find accounting employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status and surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored international workers. Large public accounting firms, multinational corporate finance departments, and Big Four affiliates are the most common sponsors for accounting roles.
What documents does my employer need to file before my consulate appointment?
Your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before your appointment. The LCA confirms the offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your accounting role and location. You'll bring the certified LCA, your offer letter, academic transcripts, and proof of Chilean citizenship to the consulate interview.
Can I work for multiple accounting clients or employers on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Your H-1B1 Chile visa ties you to the specific employer named on the LCA. If you want to work for a different firm or add a second employer, that employer must file a separate LCA and you may need a new visa stamp. Contract or consulting arrangements where the end client differs from your visa sponsor require careful review before you accept the work.